The focus of this Canopy is the just released draft Growing Green Guide guidelines.The Growing Green Guide for Melbourne is a joint initiative of the University of Melbourne and the Inner Melbourne Action Plan (IMAP) with the cities of Melbourne, Yarra, Stonnington and Port Phillip. In this session the Growing Green Guide team are looking to share the content of the guidelines and ask for any feedback. Download your copy here.

The guidelines are a practical tool that will provide Victorian specific information on green roof wall and facade design, construction and maintenance that can be readily utilised by councils, building developers and the industry across Victoria and Australia.

Who we will hear from on the night

We will hear from a range of people on the night who have been involved in the development of the guidelines to date.

Julie Francis and Dr Sue Murphy

Julie Francis and Dr Sue Murphy are the project and research officers working with on the Growing Green Guide for Melbourne Project. Both Julie and Sue authored Victoria's Guide to Green Roofs, Walls and facades. Sue has been involved in the development and planting of the Burnley Demonstration Green Roof whilst Julie is using her DIY skills to test out green roof plants at home.

Warwick Savvas

Warwick Savvas is a Senior Associate at the Melbourne office of ASPECT Studios, he is an experienced landscape architect, ecological designer, green infrastructure, and living architecture (green roofs & green facades) practitioner. Warwick is also on the Guidelines Reference group for the Growing Green Guide.

Rafael Katibak

Rafael Katigbak, is the Business Development Manager at Ronstan Tensile Architecture. Specialising in Green Facades, Balustrade and Railing, Tensile Structures, Rafael has been with Ronstan since 2007. Rafael is also on the Guidelines Reference group for the Growing Green Guide

Finger food will be served and drinks are available at bar prices

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Being smack bang in the middle of the city Public transport is your best bet. Trams on Collins Street and Swanston Street take you the closest to the venue and Flinders Street Station is the closest train station.

There is a public car park on Manchester Lane, next to the venue.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes, we have a maximum number of people who can attend the event but we don't mind who the attendees are. If you cannot attend please cancel your ticket in Eventbrite so others can.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, we can do a check in with your name and don't want to waste paper.

Is dinner provided?

Finger food will be available to snack on or larger portions can be purchased from the bar.

Have questions about The Growing Green Guide: Australia's first guidelines for green roofs, walls and facades information session?
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When & Where

Shebeen Bar
36 Manchester Lane
Melbourne,
VIC 3000
Australia

Wednesday, November 13, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (AEDT)

Organizer

City of Melbourne

The City of Melbourne, as a council, oversees Melbourne’s city centre and several inner suburbs. As a capital-city council, it also speaks on behalf of Melbourne in local, national and international forums.